Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s waiting for you now.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar space and everything in between.

We will rely on your professional expertise to develop, implement and maintain methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacturing or fabrication of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will develop strong communications with internal teams to estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines. At GDMS, we continually seek ways to develop and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing our team’s knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Identify and improve the results of manufacturing and operational processes to improve efficiencies, reduce cost and increase customer satisfaction

• Ensure the assigned operational processes are always capable to satisfy all GDMS, regulatory and industry requirements, and expectations applicable to our organization

• Provide daily on-the-floor technical support working closely with Cell Leads, Supervisors, and fellow Engineers

• Lead in conjunction with Quality personnel the MRB team meeting for analysis, material disposition, containment, and corrective actions definition

• Lead in the selection, installation, and validation of process/packaging equipment utilizing project management tools, Risk Analysis, and Lean Manufacturing techniques

• Develop and update existing manufacturing processes. Determine in-process testing and product final inspection requirements

• Provide technical guidance to troubleshoot and remediate problems with existing production processes to ensure throughput

• Ensure consistent operation and continuous adequacy of test equipment and test methods

• Write process deviation and rework instructions as required

• Responsible for creating and maintaining key process documentation such as Work Instructions, Workbooks, Routings, among others. Support the development of process documentation for new product(s) and changes to existing product(s)

• Responsible for setting up proper calibration plans for equipment and test equipment

• Support process and design validation and equipment qualification tasks in association with project and engineering team(s)

• Early engagement in managing Production Readiness activity. Conduct review(s) to ensure that the documentation, production processes, test methods, production specifications, tooling and training are in place to support a controlled production environment

• Responsible for improving manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout

• Responsible for Facility/Utility/Environment Design readiness with respect to introduction of new process to the manufacturing platform

• Responsible for coordinating the creation of label templates in Brady Workstation or equivalent software

• Support the engagement of the appropriate production personnel through process development to foster early learning and robust process transfer to production

• Support fellow Manufacturing Engineers and Trainers to support the creation execution of SWIs and training

• Analyze new designs for manufacturability; collaborate to improve product design related to enable process

• Provide technical guidance to compose detailed machine specification documents

• Support the procurement and installation of equipment to support existing equipment replacement

• Collaborate with internal and external fabrication resources to ensure tooling builds are successful

• Collaborate with fellow Manufacturing Engineers related to component builds, process and BOM development and other related activities

• Utilize lean manufacturing tools to improve efficiency and quality of manufacturing operations

• Review of proposed component tolerances and input to manufacturing capability

• Engage in development and approval of packaging concepts for manufactured devices and/or subcomponents

• Promote clear process communication and support training of assembly, test and inspection personnel

• Promote communication, visibility, and accountability of transfer activity within team members and to key stakeholders

• Provide critical input, analysis, support, and approval on engineering documentation; participate in design reviews

• Maintain expertise in all GDMS products, their design details, product structure (BOM), manufacturing processes, and associated risks

• Serve as subject matter expert for applicable areas of audits

• Provide solutions to vendor issues as required

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure conformance to the Quality Policy and Quality System procedures

• Establish and maintain strong communication across functional areas without direct management responsibilities.

• Research, develop, and implement necessary systems, competencies, and tools required to improve capability and capacity of the team

• Responsible for the appropriate record keeping of project outputs in accordance with recognized GDMS procedures

• Provide input on and support for capital equipment purchases including tools and software

• May need to work long hours when necessary to complete time sensitive projects

• All other duties as assigned

What you’ll experience:

• Technologies that aren’t just top-notch, they’re often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what’s next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it’s discovered

What you bring to the table:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, a related specialized area or field or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree
• Solid knowledge with manufacturing processes and electrical/mechanical components, systems and applications
• Solid understanding of lean techniques and statistical analysis

What sets you apart:

• Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments

• Outstanding communication skills to interface with various engineering disciplines, manufacturing, senior leadership and our business development teams

• Commitment to ongoing professional development

• Ability to multi-task

• Resolves complex problems through the use of ingenuity and creativity

Workplace Options:

• This position is fully on-site where you will be part of the Pittsfield, Massachusetts team.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range

USD $94,056.00 - USD $104,343.00 /Yr.
Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans